Lychgatehouse
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Charming
16th Century Cottage
Welcome to Lychgate House, your perfect holiday rental for a cosy couple's escape. Located in the grounds of Waltham Abbey church in the Epping Forest District, this charming Grade II listed cottage offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Relax in a peaceful and beautiful setting, explore the historic surroundings and nature on the doorstep, or simply enjoy the comfort of the cottage.
Known as a local landmark, the house was built in the 15th and 16th century as a priest's dwelling and sits a few yards from the resting place of King Harold, the last Saxon king killed in 1066 at the Battle of Hastings. Composer Thomas Tallis whom revolutionised English choral music is said to have lived in the house.
It has been many things over its long life, a toy shop, a local museum, a cafe, it has been recently been restored in a sympathetic way with modern features.
Facilities
Waltham Abbey
Getting here & getting around:
Waltham Abbey is located off the junction 26 of the M25 motorway.
Easy access from London and within the TFL system, nearby stations are Waltham Cross, Theobald's Grove or Cheshunt, 279 or 219 TFL buses Waltham Cross, as well as the Essex bus network.
Bike National Cycle Route 1, cycling from central London is mostly off road and flat.
Parking:
The house is located within a pedestrian area. You can unload by the house on Market Square, there is limited free off-street parking in the week, more widely available on Sundays. We recommend the Cornmill car park around the corner, bookable in advance.
This small Essex market town on the border of Hertfordshire and Greater London is named after its 12th century Norman church. Here you can experience the beauty of the Lee Valley Regional Park and Epping Forest and the wider countryside and all they have to offer. From riverside walks, forest hikes to historic sites, there is something for everyone.
